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Meanings of was about in English

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Usage of was about in English
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In reality, Tuesday's vote was about putting pressure on a weakened government.
Reuters
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Yes, yes, I was about to leave, he said earlier this month.
News.com.au
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The original post was about British words that Americans no longer use.
The South African
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I was about to have a good year due to recent successes.
Jamaica Observer
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In July, sources said the company's EBITDA was about 50 million euros.
Reuters
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Dr Kaneko said the area was about the size of New Caledonia.
Radio NZ
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She was about to ask another question, but he raised his hand.
Depths
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I knew it was about social change and I accepted the responsibility.
The Guardian
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The hot social argument was about which year constituted the new millennium.
The Guardian
10
Finance Minister Grant Robertson said the package was about cashflow and confidence''.
Radio NZ
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It was about two months ago, you know, she said rather lamely.
Don't Cry Tai Lake
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Colorado's smoking rate was about 18 percent that year, CDC data shows.
Reuters
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There was truth in Durven's words; the exodus was about to begin.
The Collected Stories of Arthur C. Clarke
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The strike was about much more than a list of demands, however.
The Guardian
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State officials in Pennsylvania said turnout there was about 70 per cent.
The Irish Times
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However, ten years ago it was about to be subdivided… Video, Audio
Radio NZ
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